Rodri reveals decision to join Barcelona over Real Madrid was challenging
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Rodri, the Barcelona midfielder, stated that his choice to join the club over Real Madrid was not easily made. In an interview, he mentioned that Real Madrid showed significant interest, engaging in direct talks to sign him. Ultimately, Rodri felt that Hansi Flick's Barcelona was a better fit for his playing style than José Mourinho's Real Madrid. He expressed gratitude for Real Madrid's efforts during the negotiation process, highlighting the complexity of his decision.
- •Rodri confirmed decision to join Barcelona over Real Madrid.
- •He cited fit with Hansi Flick's system as a key reason.
- •Real Madrid made substantial efforts to sign him.
- •Rodri had direct discussions with Real Madrid's Florentino Pérez.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona star admits Real Madrid ‘made my decision difficult’ this summer
"Barcelona star Rodri has this week admitted that the decision to opt for the Blaugrana over arch rivals Real Madrid was not an easy one to make.Midfielder Rodri of course emerged as the headline figur...
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